The Ideal Conditions For Legionella Bacteria: Thriving In Temperatures Between
Legionella bacteria, known for causing legionellosis, a severe form of pneumonia, is a type of bacteria commonly found in water sources. It can grow and multiply quickly in certain environments, particularly in temperatures between 68 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit (20 to 50 degrees Celsius). This narrow temperature range provides the ideal conditions for legionella bacteria…